#SuperfoodSunday : Yolo with Yogurt

Yogurt has always been a staple ingredient in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and East Asian diets. Greek yogurt, most notably, has been strained longer and contains more protein and vitamins as a result. If you are not already incorporating yogurt into your regular menu, it is a great ingredient to start experimenting with. It has a mild tang […]

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#SuperfoodSunday : Super Sardines

Sardines have unjustly earned a bad reputation as an oily, overly-salted canned fish that sit at the back of the pantry gathering dust. What you may not know is that sardines are one of the healthiest and, when prepared correctly, one of the most delicious fish available. Sardines grow quickly, which means they contain very […]

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What the Buzz? The Point of Protein

We all know that we need protein in our diets – it keeps you feeling full, it helps build muscle, and it gives you energy. But how does it do all of this?   What is Protein? Protein is an essential “building block” for all living organisms (not just humans – they are essential in plants, too. How […]

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#OurInspiration : Caroline Macdonell

We have known Caroline for so long that she is more than a friend – she is a part of the Clean Workout family. She is known to face obstacles head on with incredible fearlessness, strength and maturity. For that she truly is “Our Inspiration.”   Age: 28 Occupation: Elementary Teacher Preferred Exercise: Aerobic Weight […]

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CleanRecipe: Spicy Kale & Buckwheat Stir Fry

We have teamed up with DeannaDickins.com to bring you another simple, delicious and healthy recipe. This time, it is a superfood-packed interpretation of take out stir fried noodles – Spicy Kale & Buckwheat Stir Fry. We have loaded this up with chilli, ginger, shallots and garlic to pack in lots of flavour without calories, and are […]

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#SuperfoodSunday : Lovely Lemons

We often take the nutrient and health benefits of lemon for granted. This incredible superfood has so much more to offer than Vitamin C – this is what makes tart, delicious lemons our #SuperfoodSunday feature! We think this will inspire you to enjoy lemons everyday and with every meal…like we do. Balances Body pH Lemons […]

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What the Buzz? Magnesium

What is it? Magnesium (Mg) is a naturally occurring mineral that is also found in high amounts in the body. It is an essential component for more than 300 chemical reactions to occur in the body including muscle and nerve function, synthesizing protein, and blood pressure regulation. Why is it Good for You? Magnesium is […]

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#SuperfoodSunday : Sweet Potatoes

Carbohydrates tend to have a bad reputation among “healthy eaters,” but they are an essential part of a balanced diet. One of the healthiest foods you can possibly eat, and a hugely underrated Superfood, is the humble Sweet Potato. This is why this miracle tuber should be a staple one everyone’s grocery list. Nutrition Facts Promotes […]

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#SuperfoodSunday : Coconut Oil

For some, coconut oil has an acquired taste (after all, it tastes exactly the way most sunscreens smell). We, however, cannot get enough of it! The Clean Workout team uses coconut oil for its multitude of Health Benefits and Beauty Tricks. It is versatile, nutritious and delicious! This is what makes coconut oil a true superfood. […]

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What the Buzz? Demystifying ‘Detox’

One of the biggest buzz words we see is “Detox.” If you walk through a health food, nutritional supplement, or fancy ‘cold-pressed juice’ store, the term is used to sell almost every product on the shelf. But What Exactly is a “detox”? For most people, “detox” refers to a way to quickly lose weight by flushing out […]

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